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Last updated: September 18, 2026, 10:07 PM ET

College Football: Week 3 Headlines

The college football weekend is headlined by LSU-Ole Miss, one of 29 games worth watching across a loaded slate that extends well beyond the SEC's marquee rivalry. The Rebels' matchup carries extra weight as Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford frames a revenge narrative, with Florida State's bleak outlook and several other storylines also shaping the Week 3 preview. LSU received a boost when quarterback Sam Leavitt was upgraded from doubtful to questionable for the showdown, giving the Tigers hope under center.

The LSU-Ole Miss rivalry spans 160 years of love, hate, and the river's edge, with two fanbases deeply intertwined across generations. Elsewhere, Missouri is claiming a title 66 years later, following Oklahoma State and Auburn in hanging a banner for a long-disputed championship. In Albuquerque, Jason Eck has brought his big personality to New Mexico, and in his second season the Lobos are thinking about a breakthrough.

Texas and UNC Coaching News

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian said he mishandled an interview with ESPN following his team's game, adding that quarterback Arch Manning owns his mistake and the program is In Chapel Hill, North Carolina defensive coordinator Steve Belichick resigned as the university's investigation concluded with a finding of disregard for conduct standards.

NFL: Bills Open New Stadium, Dolphins Lose Robinson

The Buffalo Bills opened their new stadium in style, with Josh Allen leading a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in front of a raucous home crowd. The Miami Dolphins will be without defensive end Chop Robinson on Sunday against the 49ers, as he remains in concussion protocol and has been ruled out.

WNBA Playoffs and PLL Championship

The WNBA playoff field is set, but all eight seeds remain up for grabs, with the Lynx and Valkyries battling for the top spots down the stretch. In lacrosse, the PLL championship pits the Philadelphia Outlaws against the Denver Waterdogs on Sunday in the ultimate showdown for the title.

Boxing: Hedges and Brown

At Friday's weigh-in, John Hedges paid tribute to the late trainer Ricky Hatton by wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with his image ahead of his bout. Pat Brown is targeting a British title against the unbeaten Hedges, with dreams of Old Trafford and famous nights motivating the challenger.

Cricket: County Championship Drama

Hampshire have been relegated from Division One after defeat by Leicestershire, who kept their own survival hopes alive by chasing down a target of. Somerset's hopes of a first-ever County Championship title were dented by Yorkshire, who handed them a heavy defeat to stall their title charge.

Tennis: Davis Cup

Great Britain will be without Cameron Norrie for their Davis Cup tie against Ecuador this weekend, with an inexperienced GB squad bidding for the Finals and Fery leading the line. The team's approach reflects a "you have to start somewhere" mentality as they blood new talent.

Rugby: All Blacks, Ireland, and Canada

Former Scotland scrum-half Mike Blair described his All Blacks adventure as "weird and cool" ahead of the team's return to Scotland. Ireland head coach Scott Bemand said the forthcoming WXV series represents a chance to turn the page and open a new cycle ahead of the World Cup. Canada captain Sophie de Goede admitted she still loses sleep four to five nights a week over her team's World Cup final loss to England.

Football: Bellamy and Wembley College Game

FAW chief football officer David Adams said Craig Bellamy is right to speak to Burnley, revealing he maintains a list of potential replacements should Bellamy depart. Wembley will host its first US college game on Saturday when Kansas faces Arizona State, complete with tailgate parties, marching bands, and a Ted Lasso-themed atmosphere.

Motorsport, Athletics, and Cycling

The BBC will broadcast the WRC across the UK from 2027 under a new deal with the FIA World Rally Championship. The women's 800m, once cut from the program after its 1928 Olympic debut, has become a headline event in a remarkable reversal. Britain's Matthew Brennan said it is "disgraceful that nothing has changed" in cycling safety following the death of rider Tarling.

Other Sports: Asian Games, Saints, and WNBA Eligibility

Organisers have apologised after playing the North Korean national anthem for the South Korean team at the Asian Games. Northampton Saints have cancelled a memorial wall project for fans' ashes, citing insufficient demand. In basketball, Enes Kanter Freedom declared himself a woman and said he is eligible for the WNBA, sparking a debate among experts over eligibility rules.